Description

3-Ethylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound with a pyridine ring substituted with an ethyl group, serving as a crucial intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides a balance of reactivity and stability, making it valuable for introducing the pyridine moiety into more complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted pyridine core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where it acts as a precursor for bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles and fine chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed as a component in specialty formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Electronic Chemicals: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Ethylpyridine
CAS No.	536-78-7
Molecular Formula	C7H9N
Molecular Weight	107.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethylpyridine; β-Ethylpyridine; m-Ethylpyridine; 3-Pyridineethane; 3-Pyridylethane; NSC 9372; 3-EP
EINECS	208-645-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your procurement standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, keep the container tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Density (20°C)	0.94 - 0.96 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.498 - 1.502

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.